School Groups
There are many opportunities for students to get involved with, and learn about City Hall:
Discover how your city works
The City Clerk's Office and the mayor of Oshawa invite grade 5 school classes to join them in Council Chambers to learn how their local government works. Students also learn about the responsibilities and decision-making process of other levels of government and the impact to their city.
Perform the national anthem at a Council meeting
Oshawa schools and organizations are invited to showcase their talents and sing O' Canada at a Council meeting.
The meetings are held every third Monday night and Council would love for you to open the evening with our national anthem.
Mayor for a Day contest
Would you like to be the Mayor of Oshawa for a day?
Contest details:
The Mayor for a Day contest is now closed for 2016. Thank you to all Oshawa students in grades 5, 6 and 7 that participated; we received more entries than ever before for the 2016 contest!
The winner will be notified through their school official by Friday, October 14.
Prize
The selected winner will enjoy the following:
- Tour of Oshawa City Hall, Oshawa Fire Services, Animal Services
- Lunch with the Mayor at their favourite Oshawa restaurant
- Certificate of Recognition
- Opportunity to be interviewed by a media reporter
- Keepsake package from the Mayor
The Mayor for a Day contest is part of Oshawa's Local Government Week celebration.
Junior Fire Chief contest
Are you in grade 5 or 6 and want to be Oshawa's Junior Fire Chief?
Contest details:
This contest is now open to Oshawa students in Grades 5 and 6. All essays must be received by Monday, April 11 and can be submitted by mail, fax, e-mail or delivered in person. Please read the media release for further information.